1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
